Multiple choice The Cherokee of Georgia were forced off their land because refused to assimilate to the"American" way of life gold was found Georgia.= Indian Removal act be enforced SCOTUS refused to hear the case The Seminole tribe, conquered the land Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The discovery of gold on Cherokee land in Georgia led to increased pressure for removal, which was facilitated by the Indian Removal Act of 1830 despite the Cherokee's legal challenges.